Discover the Magic of the Galápagos Islands

Wildlife Adventure Small Ship Cruise with Zoologist Lucy Cooke

Galapagos Wildlife Cruise with Lucy Cooke

“The Galapagos Islands are one of the most biologically diverse places on Earth with many endemic species. 80% of the land birds, 97% of the reptiles and land mammals, more than 30% of the plants and more than 20% of the marine species in Galapagos are found nowhere else on Earth.” via Galapagos Conservation Trust

Join us for the adventure of a lifetime to the enchanted islands where you’ll have the opportunity to see and photograph unique wildlife and breathtaking landscapes! With only 12 passengers on this intimate cruise, you’ll enjoy personalized attention and an exclusive, close-knit experience with fellow wildlife enthusiasts. Led by guest host Lucy Cooke and a certified Galápagos National Park guide, you’ll be immersed in the amazing ecosystems of Galápagos, where the wildlife have no fear of people. From identifying elusive bird species to understanding marine life behavior, our experts will ensure an enriching educational experience for your visit to this special gem of our planet.

Message from Your Guest Host ~ Lucy Cooke

“I have always wanted to visit the Galapagos. What animal fan doesn’t dream of making a pilgrimage to the magical islands that inspired Darwin. To watch the comicLucy-Cooke with binoculars on a wildlife adventure courtship dance of the blue-footed boobies, to snorkel with marine iguanas and meet a giant tortoise.

It’s a once in a lifetime adventure. But with so many options, how do you decide?

I have done the research so you don’t have to. I want the best insider knowledge to have the most epic wildlife encounters. I need expert local naturalist guides to satisfy my endless curiosity and a company with genuine sustainability goals.

Now I have found my dream ticket, I want to take you with me. Together we can travel in Darwin’s footsteps, if not follow his behavior. Darwin was so taken by the “extreme tameness” of the species he encountered, he hopped on the backs of giant tortoises and “pushed a hawk off the branch of a tree” with the muzzle of his gun. There will be no riding tortoises on this trip. And no guns. Sorry if that’s a deal breaker.

Mass tourism has arrived on these islands of late, but most of it is land based and restricted to the main islands. Our private yacht takes us to secret spots, requiring special permits and with limits on visitors. Meaning we will often have them all to ourselves.

The cruise does most of its traveling at night, while we sleep. So, every day we anchor somewhere new. Mornings and afternoons are spent hiking the amazing landscapes or snorkeling and kayaking amongst the extraordinary marine life.

There is a maximum of 12 people that can join this trip with me so hurry up and secure your place before we sell out.” ~ Lucy Cooke

Galápagos Cruise Dates & Details

August 13th-20th, 2025 – SOLD OUT!

Fernandina Itinerary: This Beluga trip itinerary focuses on the Central and Western Islands, including visits to Western Isabela and Fernandina Island, two highlights of the Galapagos Islands.

Beluga Yacht Fernandina 8 Day Galapagos Wildlife Adventure Cruise Fernandina Itinerary

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Wildlife Highlights of the Fernandina Itinerary: Giant tortoises, land iguanas, marine iguanas, lava lizards, sea lions, flamingos, Galapagos penguins, flightless cormorant, brown pelican, Darwin finches, blue-footed boobies, nazca boobies, swallow-tailed gulls, pintail ducks, Galapagos hawk, fur seals, Galapagos snake, magnificent frigate birds, sea turtles, sharks, rays, a variety of fish, and so much more!

Galapagos wildlife birds, and sea lions

Activities: Walking, hiking, wildlife watching, bird watching, swimming, snorkeling, & kayaking.

Activities in Galapagos including hiking snorkelling, kayaking riding in the panga

A typical day on your liveaboard yacht:
• 7:00 am Breakfast
• 8:00am-10:30am Shore visit (walking, hiking, wildlife viewing) – you will take the panga from the ship to the island – some landings are ‘dry’, some are ‘wet’
• Return to boat to change into snorkelling gear
• 11:00am-12:00pm Snorkelling (no experience required)
• Lunch
• Boat moves to next site, this is a chance to read on deck, nap, etc (a good break everyone is normally tired from the active morning)
• 2:30-3:00pm Shore visit (walking, hiking, wildlife viewing)
• Some days another opportunity to snorkel, or in some places an opportunity to kayak
• Return to boat at sunset
• Dinner and naturalist guide briefing – review what you saw that day, and discuss what to expect for the next day

Your Liveaboard Yacht Beluga

Beluga Liveaboard Yacht Galapagos owned by Enchanted Expedtions

Beluga is a superior first class motor yacht designed for optimal comfort and style, providing a superb way to explore the islands. Accommodating up to 16 passengers across 8 double cabins (12 people maximum for this special tour), including one triple room, each cabin features a private bathroom with hot and cold water showers. The yacht is fully air-conditioned, ensuring a comfortable environment throughout your journey. Enjoy the amenities including spacious social areas and a large sundeck perfect for relaxation, sightseeing, or soaking up the sun. Our friendly and professional crew is dedicated to meeting your every need, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable voyage.

Beluga yacht wildlife adventure cruises in Galapagos

Galápagos Cruise Cost: $6,409 US per person (based on double occupancy – 2 passengers sharing a cabin) ~  Single occupancy supplement $2,800 US (one person in cabin) 

Included:
✔️ 8 days / 7 nights aboard the superior first class liveaboard motor yacht Beluga
✔️ Travel with guest host wildlife expert, author & tv broadcaster Lucy Cooke
✔️ Experienced, bilingual, certified Galapagos National Park naturalist guide
✔️ Round trip flight from to Mainland Ecuador to Galapagos (from Quito or Guayaquil)
✔️ Airport transfers
✔️ Galapagos National Park entrance fee
✔️ Migratory card fee
✔️ Welcome cocktail on the boat
✔️ 2 daily island hikes & 1-2 daily snorkels or kayaks while you’re onboard the boat
✔️ Delicious home cooked meals for your boat trip; Breakfast, lunch, dinner + snacks!
✔️ Tea, coffee & purified drinking water to fill your water bottle
✔️ Snorkel gear and wetsuit for your week on the boat
✔️ Use of kayaks

Not included:
Flights to and from Ecuador Mainland
Extra drinks on board such as wine, beer, colas, bottled water, or cocktails
Tips
Travel insurance
Personal expenses

Enchanted Expeditions Destination Management Company for Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands

Ecuador Destination Management Company – About Enchanted Expeditions:

Enchanted Expeditions is one of the pioneers of small boat cruises and tours to the Galapagos Islands, and Mainland Ecuador. We’re an Ecuadorian family owned and operated business, proud to be into our fourth decade of operating high quality tours in this beautiful part of the world! Our Founder Judy Carvalhal and her partners have over 125 years of collective field experience as tour guides, researchers, conservationists and community tourism advocates. Judy believes that without tourism, there is no conservation.

For more information or to reserve your spot please contact our destination expert Tatjana Angermeyer:

tatjana@enchantedexpeditions.com

☎️ Toll-free 1-800-560-5896

Contact Tatjana Angermeyer Galapagos Islands Destination Expert

Your Guest Host ~ About Lucy Cooke

Lucy Cooke is a New York Times best-selling author, award-winning documentary filmmaker, National Geographic explorer and TED talker with a Masters in zoology from Wildlife Expert Zoologist Lucy Cooke New College Oxford, where she studied under prominent British evolutionary biologist Richard Dawkins.

Lucy is a renowned wildlife expert who is celebrated for her engaging approach to natural history and conservation. With a background in zoology and a passion for evolution and animal behavior, Cooke has made significant contributions to wildlife education through her work in television and literature.

Lucy is known for her entertaining documentaries which mix rigorous cutting edge science with her trademark sense of humor. She has written, produced and presented prime time TV documentaries for BBC, PBS, Animal Planet and National Geographic. Her favorites include the award-winning ‘Meet the Sloths’ for Animal Planet and ‘Freaks and Creeps’ for Nat Geo Wild. In 2023 Lucy was profiled on CBS 60 Minutes and featured on dozens of international podcasts.

Lucy is the author of 4 best-selling books, translated into 25 languages. “The Truth About Animals”, was shortlisted for the prestigious Royal Society Prize. Her latest “Bitch: On the Female of the Species” came out in 2022 to critical acclaim and has subsequently been placed on the syllabus of many major international universities. Lucy is a columnist for BBC Wildlife Magazine and also writes for the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Nautilus and Scientific American.

Lucy is an acclaimed public speaker and will be hosting slide-shows on a number of pertinent subjects during the trip. Her work often highlights the fascinating and sometimes surprising aspects of animal life, aiming to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for the natural world. Her unique blend of scientific insight and charismatic storytelling has made her a prominent voice in wildlife conservation and education. Lucy’s passion for wildlife is contagious.

Get to know Lucy with some of the resources below.

For more information or to reserve your spot please contact our destination expert Tatjana Angermeyer:

tatjana@enchantedexpeditions.com

☎️ Toll-free 1-800-560-5896

Contact Tatjana Angermeyer Galapagos Islands Destination Expert
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